Knockcroghery student awarded scholarship through Bord na Móna and TUS Athlone partnership

Cormac Petrie from Roscommon has been awarded a scholarship by Bord na Móna in partnership with TUS Athlone, where he is enrolled in the Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering with Energy programme.

The scholarship provides financial support to assist with costs associated with further education studies.

Eligible applicants for the scholarship were drawn from the second year cohort of TUS Athlone’s Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering with Energy programme.

Applicants were required to submit a business case on renewable energy and a personal statement demonstrating their leadership qualities.

Sharon Doyle, Head of HR and Corporate Affairs at Bord na Móna said: “The Pathways to the Future scholarship provides a fantastic opportunity for students with an interest in climate action and renewable energy, enabling them to further their studies and build a foundation for their careers.

"Bord na Móna would like to congratulate the recipients of this year’s scholarships and the recipient of our scholarship with TUS Athlone. We were extremely impressed by the innovative and progressive thinking displayed by all of the recipients and wish them all the best for this academic year.”

For more information on the Pathways to the Future Scholarship Programme, please visit https://www.bordnamona.ie/careers/scholarships/